City of Fairfield

Hiring Authority: Mayor Eddie Penny
Population: 12381
Merit System Employees: 37

Fairfield is located in central Jefferson County bordering Interstate 20/59 to the south. Founded in 1910, the city has a rich history, having been a center of industry during the early 20th century. The City of Fairfield occupies a geographic area of 3.5 square miles and, with a population of approximately 10,000 people, it is the most densely populated city in Alabama. Fairfield is home to many shops, restaurants, and Miles College, a historically black college and university (HBCU) founded in 1898.